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To read our newsletter in other languages, please view it on the Centre Ridge website.
Para leer nuestro boletín en otros idiomas, visite la página web de Centre Ridge.
لقراءة النشرة الإخبارية بلغات أخرى ، يرجى الاطلاع عليها على الموقع الإلكتروني
영어가 아닌 다른 언어로 뉴스레터를 보시기 원하시면 이 웹사이트를 클릭하여 주십시오.
اس نیوزلیٹر کو دوسری زبانوں میں پڑھنے کیلئے ، براہ مہربانی ہماری ویب سائیٹ ملاحظہ کیجیئے۔
Volume 3, Issue 4; August 18, 2024
Centre Ridge All-Stars
Welcome, Class of 2037! To our kindergarten families, we look forward to sharing this journey with you!
To our returning families, we will continue to partner with you! Let's make it a great year!
Dear CRES Community,
Dr. Hertzberg, Ms. Baugh, Ms. Sutton, Ms. Helmer, and Ms. Ford
Centre Ridge Kiss & Ride Procedures
The Kiss & Ride lane is designed to expedite student drop off in the morning and student pick up in the afternoon. Please review these procedures to ensure our students arrive and depart from school safely. Thank you!
Procedures
- Students arrive at 8:30 am.
- Dismissal begins at 3:25. Students may not arrive at the Kiss & Ride line until around 3:30 during the first few days. Thank you for your patience!
- Clearly display your Kiss & Ride number on the dashboard or visor.
- If your child needs assistance carrying something inside or getting something out of the car, please park and walk your child into the building.
- Drop off and pick up your child only in the Kiss and Ride Unloading Zone.
- Pull your car forward as far as possible in the line.
- Children will load and unload from the passenger side of the car only so that they do not cross in front of the carpool cars.
- Drivers must remain in the car.
- Cars must stay in a single file line as they move to and from the Kiss & Ride area. For the safety of the children, no passing will be permitted in the Kiss & Ride area unless a staff member signals for you to move safely.
- Inclement weather presents an added safety concern for children who are privately transported. Extreme caution is necessary when rain or snow is evident.
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Please Purchase: School Supplies
Every player needs the right equipment to succeed on the field and in their education!
Due to the demands placed on our school budget this year, we kindly request that parents and caregivers purchase the school supplies listed for their child's grade level. We will continue to purchase many additional supplies for all students, as well.
If possible, please bring these supplies when you meet the teacher on August 16th.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
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Band and Strings Registration
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Students in our 4th, 5th, and 6th grades have the option to participate in band or strings! This is a fun opportunity for students to take on the challenge of learning a new instrument--no experience required! Please sign up using the following links by August 30th. More information about band and strings will be sent home once sign ups are complete.
5th and 6th grade registration form
4th grade registration form (*can only opt-in to Strings)
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📵 Phones Down, Engagement Up: FCPS Cell Phone Policy
Keeping cell phones off during the school day helps students focus and learn. It also boosts positive social behavior. Review FCPS’ cell phone expectations by grade level with your child and help keep our classrooms free of distractions! This includes Smart Watches. If you need to reach your child during the school day, please call our main office at (703) 227-2600.
What Is a School Board?
The Fairfax County School Board is responsible for running the public schools in Fairfax County. Twelve School Board members are elected by county voters every four years.
A student representative serves on the board as a non-voting member. They are chosen by their peers each year.
The School Board makes general rules and sets guidelines to ensure Fairfax County Public Schools runs properly. They follow the laws of Virginia and the rules set by the Virginia Board of Education.
Learning about your local School Board is important. Understanding their policies and initiatives can help you advocate for positive changes and ensure that the educational needs of all students are met. There are many ways to get involved.
Learn more about the School Board, how to participate in their meetings, and where to watch their meetings.
Annual Notice of Survey, Records, Curriculum, Privacy, and Related Rights
Fairfax County Public Schools wants all parents and caregivers to understand its policies regarding surveys, records, curriculum, privacy, and related rights.
In its Annual Notice of Survey, Records, Curriculum, Privacy, and Related Rights and Opt-Out Forms (Annual Notice), FCPS provides explanations of the rights listed above as well as forms that may be used to exercise opt-out choices. Two versions of the Annual Notice are available: a grades K-8 version and a grades 9-12 version. Parents/caregivers with children at different grade levels should read each applicable version of the Annual Notice, because the notices and opt-out rights vary depending on the student’s grade level.
Get more information and view the 2024-25 Opt-Out Booklets.
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Update Your Child’s Immunizations and Records
Please check with your healthcare provider as soon as possible to make sure your child is up-to-date on the immunizations required by the state of Virginia. Starting Monday, September 30th, students who have not provided proof of immunization will not be allowed to attend school.
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You can check your child’s immunization compliance and submit their immunization record in SIS ParentVUE. Records may also be delivered to a school’s front office.
If your child needs a vaccine, please make an appointment with your healthcare provider, visit the Fairfax County Health Department website for a list of child immunization clinics, or access other local services. If needed, families may also provide other immunization documentation including a healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption or a notarized Religious Exemption Form.
Find more information on immunizations on the FCPS website.
Ronnie Ram's Homerun Highlights!
Stay tuned! This section will highlight social media posts shared by our amazing teachers! We want to make sure you are kept up-to-date with the latest CRES happenings!
DedicatED: For Parents and Teachers
Back-to-School with Your Local Library!
- Beyond checking out books, libraries offer a wide range of services and programs.
- Technology options include free Wi-Fi, Connect Kits to take home, 3D printing services, and more.
- Resources are also available as kids go back to school and need help with their homework.
Fairfax County Public Library (FCPL) has long been known for providing books and, in the last twenty or so years, digital books, digital audiobooks, and streaming videos. The library also has a Library Of Things, including tabletop games that can be loaned out for three weeks at a time!
These tabletop games for all ages offer entertainment, whether for a rainy day or a special gathering. From classics like Chess, to new favorites like Catan and Codenames, there is something for everyone to enjoy!
Please Mark Your Calendars!
Great news! Centre Ridge Elementary School's events are now easily added to your own personal calendar. To find out how to download our calendar feed, please go here.
Monday, August 19th: First Day of School! Please meet your pre-K and Kindergarten student at the bus per FCPS policy.
Friday, August 30th & Monday, September 2nd: Labor Day Holiday
Thursday, September 5th: Back-to-School Night (UPDATED!)
Please plan on arriving early to secure a parking spot. We encourage carpooling. We have planned for interpreters for Spanish, Arabic, and Korean for each grade level presentation.
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5:00 PM-
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5:45 PM
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Grades PreK, K
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5:45 PM-
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6:30 PM
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Grades 1, 2
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6:30 PM-
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7:15 PM
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Grades 3, 4
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7:15 PM-
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8:00 PM
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Grades 5, 6
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See the complete 2024-2025 school year calendar.
FCPS Cares Program
Recognizing employees who go above and beyond
FCPS Cares is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize those who go above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story so we can all acknowledge the outstanding work of FCPS, and more specifically, Centre Ridge employees.
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Ram Reflection
To provide feedback directly to Dr. Hertzberg, please use the QR code, or click on this link. Thank you, in advance, for sharing your thinking!
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